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Caregiver Recruitment | Brightpoint - Northern Region

155 North 3rd Street, Dekalb, IL 60115

Eligibility
Open to those interested in becoming a foster parent
Required documents
Varies by service
(815) 748-0190
Voice·

Main Phone

Application process
Email for information
Fees
None
Service area
Boone County, IL Dekalb County, IL Mchenry County, IL Ogle County, IL Stephenson County, IL Winnebago County, IL

Recruits and licenses homes for Traditional and Specialized foster care placement in the north-central counties of Illinois.

Foster parents cooperate with the court to set goals that ideally results in the return of the child to their family. If that is not possible, foster parents are asked to commit to permanency for the child.

Specialized foster care programs work to meet the special needs of physically, behaviorally, and emotionally challenged children and the foster families serving them. Provides intensive case management, comprehensive mental health services along with medical, developmental, and educational service specific to the child's needs.

Date of Last Formal Update
04/20/2026
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Brightpoint - Northern Region

Offers family support services, foster care, and nursery care services to families within the community.